Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
✓ Information verified — June 2026Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹500/- is provided to widows aged 40 to 79 years who are living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
What You Get
- Monthly pension of ₹500 to eligible widows
- Regular financial support to help meet daily living expenses
- Assistance to live a respectful life without depending on others
Who Can Apply
- Age: 40–79 years
- Residence: Chhattisgarh residents only
- Must be a widow (spouse has passed away)
- Age between 40 to 79 years
- Must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL)
- Must be a resident of Chhattisgarh state
- Should not be receiving another widow pension from government
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Death Certificate of Husband
- 3. BPL Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Residence Proof
- 6. Age Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Chhattisgarh
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 40–79 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/ignwpschh…Related Schemes
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